Production Coordinator

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR (BOOSTER STRUCTURES)

 The Production Coordinator plays a vital role in the success of Starship and SpaceX’s production teams. Production Coordinators work in support of all production leadership staff to ensure the on-time delivery of components and assemblies through: execution of part movement, maintenance of physical inventory and adjoining electronic system, developing and standardizing reports displaying inventory metrics, effective communication with multiple teams (Supply Chain, Engineering, Production) across different levels and geographies (Hawthorne and Starbase), and continuous improvement of processes inherits to the role and across the production floor.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor, track, and move parts as required through the company to ensure timely delivery to next production location
• Push/pull physical movement of parts through receiving inspection, stock rooms, purchasing, production resources or any applicable work center within SpaceX
• Promote workflow consistency and accuracy across the company while working to drive down internal logistics lead-time
• Ensure parts are handled and protected properly and within SpaceX specifications
• Coordinate off-site processing of parts to ensure on-time delivery
• Work with the planning, procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure our MRP/ERP data is and remains clean and accurate
• Assist with resolution of incorrect system data which is driving inappropriate demand, schedules, or could result in general failure
• Update and utilize metrics to drive results as applicable with production personnel
• Work with production supervisors and managers to ensure all metrics-driven action requirements are completed
• Develop and maintain reports to highlight needs, deliverables and constraints as required for internal and customer use
• Assist production leadership and project teams with action item updates
• Support logistics process through innovative staging of workflow
• Support management of material certifications as required – prevent use of uncertified materials
• Support production and inventory personnel with “return to stock” and inventory purge actions
• Support purchase requisition creation for scheduled contract work
• Organize and maintain the physical and electronic library for production related tooling and calibration database
• Support projects or productivity development activities within assigned production cells
• Support assigned production cells with work order management activities

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1+ years of experience supporting departmental administrative processes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong computer skills, familiar with the full suite of MS Office products
• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong organizational skills
• Forklift certified
• Experience in aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic manufacturing environments
• SQL and Tableau experience
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to work overtime, and weekends as needed
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to stand for extended periods – 8+ hours
• Valid driver’s license
• Able to work in outdoor environments – heat, cold, etc.
• Able to work in an environment requiring exposure to fumes, odors, and noise

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range:    
Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour    
Level 2: $24.00 - $27.00/hour    
Level 3: $26.00 - $30.00/hour    
        
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.  

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.